There might not be a kitchen in America that doesn’t have aluminum foil. It’s useful and effective for so many kitchen and household tasks. But there is research that shows that if you cook with aluminum foil, you’re exposing yourself and your family to a very serious health risks.

It’s bad for your brain: It’s a neurotoxic heavy metal that has been linked to Alzheimers for years. It can lead to mental decline. A person can suffer in terms of coordination, bodily control, memory and balance. And sadly, the damage is permanent.

It’s bad for your bones: The metal can build up inside them. It competes with calcium for space and wins out over it. And you know you need your calcium.